In the Picture

Teachers are constantly on the hunt for art books with large, clear reproductions of well-known paintings, so this will make a useful addition to the classroom library... It is beautifully produced, so should do well. - Bookseller

The author of the popular 'I Spy' series offers an unsual take on fine art, designed to sharpen your kids' observational skills. - Artists & Illustrators

Sets a satisfying challenge for the young reader. This is a beautiful, informative and fun book for art lovers of any age. - Irish Examiner

The range of the 10 pictures is broad, covering a mixture of periods, styles and cultures. 'In the Picture' is well-conceived and well-presented, colourful but uncluttered. Although aimed at older children, competent younger readers will get a lot out of it, and the activities can be enjoyed by the curious of any age! It would make a good present, look at home in any school or public libary, and may well prove a useful springboard for craft activites at KS2 or thereabouts. - www.writeaway.org.uk

A new book from Lucy Micklethwait is always an event and it is amazing how she manages to find yet another way of looking at picures to engage the young reader. - School Librarian

Gets us looking and the thinking aspect is designed to be initiated by a number of questions relating each painting. - Books for Keeps